India, Jan. 31 -- The Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, has withdrawn the affiliation of Sinhgad Dental College and Hospital, Pune, on January 30, citing serious violations of statutory provisions and failure to maintain prescribed academic standards.

The decision will take effect from the academic year 2026-27. With the withdrawal of affiliation, the college will not be allowed to admit students to undergraduate and postgraduate dental courses from 2026-27 onwards.

"All currently enrolled students will be permanently transferred to other affiliated private unaided dental colleges in Maharashtra. The student transfer process will be conducted entirely by the university, based on merit, preference, and seat availa...